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China, Djibouti sign pacts on tech, finance
Agriculture also among deals as Beijing will provide loans beneficial to African nation
China and Djibouti signed three cooperation documents covering such areas as the economy and technology, finance and agriculture on Thursday during Djiboutian President Ismail Omar Guelleh’s state visit.
According to one document, China will provide beneficial loans to Djibouti. The cooperation documents were signed at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing and witnessed by President Xi Jinping and Guelleh.
The two presidents agreed to establish a China-Djibouti strategic partnership and deepen cooperation in all areas.
Before their talks, Xi hosted a grand ceremony in the capital to welcome the African leader.
Since the establishment of diplomatic relations 38 years ago, China and Djibouti have boosted mutual understanding and respect, supported each other’s core interests and major concerns and set an example for China-Africa friendship, Xi said.
China would push forward practical cooperation with Djibouti in such areas as railways, seaports, construction of a liquefied natural gas pipeline, free trade zone and agriculture, Xi said.
He said Beijing would continue to help Djibouti improve local medical facilities, broaden human resources cooperation and boost people-to-people exchanges.
Noting that China attaches great importance to deepening relations with Djibouti, Xi called on joint efforts to push forward collaborating on the Belt and Road Initiative, enhance cooperation in all areas and benefit the people of both sides.
Xi expressed gratitude for Guelleh’s congratulatory message on the success of last month’s 19th CPC National Congress and his reelection as general secretary of the CPC Central Committee.
The congress has made blueprints for China’s long-term development, Xi said, adding that China will continue to be a sincere friend and reliable partner for developing countries.
Since Guelleh became Djibouti’s president in 1999, he has led the people to explore a development path fitting for the country’s situation, maintained a stable political situation and achieved sustainable economic and social development, Xi said.
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